Regulatory Veterinarian

• Attend race meetings, official trials, horse training locations and the Werribee International Horse Centre to provide veterinary services in accordance with RV policies and the Rules of Racing.
• Examine horses and provide expert advice to Stipendiary Stewards regarding their suitability to race, and ensure horses are presented free of prohibited substances.
• Provide leadership and oversight to veterinary staff on raceday, offering technical support and guidance to build capability across the team.
• Manage and coordinate the delivery of RV's drug control program at race meetings, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Deliver advice to Stipendiary Stewards and industry stakeholders on matters related to horse health, welfare, drug control regulations, and the application of the Rules of Racing.
• Engage and build strong rapport with key raceday stakeholders, including trainers, owners, stable veterinarians, and other industry participants.
• Lead and support projects aimed at improving racehorse safety, welfare, and racing integrity, including collaboration with peak research bodies and management of key stakeholder relationships.
• Assist the General Manager - Veterinary Services in auditing veterinary service delivery and ensuring continuous improvement across all operations.
• Prepare reports and documentation to support the Veterinary Services Team's operational and strategic initiatives.

• A degree in Veterinary Science from an Australian university or an equivalent overseas qualification recognised in Australia, with registration, or eligibility for registration, as a veterinarian in the State of Victoria.
• A minimum of five years of post-qualification experience, with broad exposure to equine practice (preferred).
• Raceday and Regulatory Experience

• Experience or demonstrated capability in managing veterinary responsibilities on raceday, including examination of horses, liaising with stewards, and managing drug control protocols.
• Understanding of the Australian Rules of Racing and experience advising on compliance, horse welfare, and prohibited substances.
• Equine Clinical Competence

• Proven ability in assessing and treating equine health issues with sound clinical judgement.
• Demonstrated capacity to make confident and accurate clinical decisions under pressure and public scrutiny, particularly in a high-stakes raceday environment.
• Communication and Relationship Management

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and professionally to a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in dispute resolution and negotiation, achieving favourable outcomes through concise, calm, and respectful dialogue.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across multi-disciplinary teams and with external stakeholders.
• Organisational and Administrative Capability

• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated excellence in report writing, database administration, and document management.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to rapidly changing operational demands while maintaining high standards.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement, including auditing, systems management, and project delivery.
• Emergency Response and Decision-Making

• Capability to respond appropriately and effectively to emergency situations involving horse health and welfare, both on and off course.
• Additional Requirements

• Current Victorian driver's licence.

• The opportunity to join an industry leading and iconic sports organisation
• Attractive and competitive remuneration package, inclusive of salary packaging benefits
• Dynamic and varied work assignments and projects
• Access to industry events and race meetings every day of the year
• On-site gym, subsidised café and free car parking
• Genuine work/life balance and access to industry leading Employee Assistance programs, and development/mentoring initiatives
• A collegiate yet high performing work place that is committed to diversity and inclusion

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